Learning Disabilities Association of Peel Region -Brampton (North Peel) Office |
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| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Learning-Disabilities-Association-of-Peel-Region/106149786144681 Twitter: twitter.com/LDAPeelRegion Website: www.ldapr.ca | |||
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| Phone | ||||
| Office Phone | 905-791-4100 | |||
| Fax | 905-791-5189 | |||
| Address/Location Info | ||||
| Address | Bramalea Civic Centre 150 Central Park Dr, Suite 104 Brampton, ON L6T 2T9 View Google Map | |||
| Located In Community | Brampton | |||
| Intersection | Dixie Rd/Queen St E | |||
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible | |||
| Description/Eligibility/Service Details | ||||
| Description | The Learning Disabilities Associations of Peel Region is a non-profit, charitable organizations comprised of groups of parents and professionals brought together by a concern for children and adults with learning disabilities. LDA assists people with learning disabilities and their families by providing support, guidance and resources information; provides an interactive environment, offering workshops, programs, courses and support groups; provides public awareness of learning disabilities; supports LDA Ontario in pursuing legislative and government initiatives with special education funding and curriculum; supports LDA Ontario in their work with the provincial and local governments to initiate new policies for those with learning disabilities CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS include: COMPUTER SKILLS PROGRAM For children and adolescents (7-16 years) who are learning disabled (LD) or have attention Deficit Disorder (ADD); and who may experience difficulty in the areas of reading and writing, cognitive ability, comprehension, information retention, fine motor control and visual perception SOCIAL SKILLS PROGRAM For children (7-11 years) and adolescents (12-16 years) who are LD or have ADD: and who may avoid social contact; behave immaturely, be shy or timid in groups, and/or experience conflict with peers. POSITIVE CONFLICT RESOLUTION PROGRAM] For children (8-11 years) and adolescents (12-16 years) who are LD or have AD(H)D who may need assistance in developing effecting coping behaviours, manage conflict and develop constructive strategies to diffuse confrontations. ACADEMIC SUPPORT (TUTORING) For elementary and high school students who require individual assistance with their school work and improve studying skills. YOUTH GROUP Designed to meet the social needs of adolescents (13-18 years), this program gives youth the opportunity to interact with their peers while having a chance to participate in fun activities. SUMMER SUPPORT PROGRAM A full day program for individuals between the ages six to twelve years old designed to incorporate learning and fun. Participants will be encouraged to develop and/or improve study skills, learn keyboarding/computer skills, and take part in exciting social skills activities. | |||
| Hours | Mon-Fri 9:30am to 3:30pm | |||
| Areas Served | Brampton ; Caledon ; Orangeville | |||
| Eligibility | People with LD/ADD/ADHD and their families | |||
| Fees | Membership - $20/student; $50/household;$75/professional ; Program ; Program - Positive Conflict Resolution Program:$150;Computer Skills Program: $150;Social Skills Program: $150; Summer Support Program: $250/wk/full day; $150/wk/half day; Academic Support (Tutoring): $30/hr | |||
| Languages | English | |||
| Contact Information | ||||
| Website | www.ldapr.ca | |||
| Primary Contact | Carla Warwick, Executive Director, Learning Disabilities Association of Peel Regio; Email: cwarwick@ldapr.ca | |||
| Primary Executive | Carla Warwick, Executive Director, Learning Disabilities Association of Peel Region; Email: cwarwick@ldapr.ca | |||
| Other Info | ||||
| Alternate Name | LDA ; LDA North Peel Chapter ; LDANP | |||
| Print Material | Newsletter: 4/yr - Learning Connections - with LDA membership | |||
| Elections | Annual | |||
| Funding | Regional / Municipal ; United Way | |||
| Service Level | (50) Non Profit | |||
| Subjects | ||||
| Subjects | Adults ; Advocacy ; Assessments ; Attention deficit disorder ; Children ; Computer training ; Counselling ; Employment ; Information and referral ; Job search training ; Learning disabilities ; Libraries ; Literacy ; Parenting support ; Self esteem ; Support groups ; Tutoring ; Youth | |||
| Broader Terms | Age groups ; Behavioural disorders ; Disabilities ; Disorders ; Education ; Educational programs ; Family support ; Groups ; Health ; Instructional programs ; Learning disabilities ; Vocational training | |||
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